Toothache

Toothache is pain, often severe and throbbing, which surrounds one or more teeth. Dental caries, abscess or gum diseases may be the cause of the pain. It may come in short bursts, triggered by sweet foods or hot/cold drinks, which suggests caries, with slight inflammation of the tooth pulp, or in long periods, triggered by heat and cold. Severe pain that is worse at night means that the pulp is badly inflamed. Intense and throbbing pain with a sensitive area on the gum is likely to be an abscess, which may cause fever, with inflammation and swelling of tissues around the tooth.

Painkillers are usually prescribed with a course of antibiotics, if infection is suspected. However is advisable to see a dentist as soon as you can.

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